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The annual church picnic at Holy Rosary Church in Duryea brought the community together for fun, food, and music, while also raising funds for the parish.

Last week our church opened its doors as a cooling shelter during the extreme heat advisory. From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, we offered three meals a day and a cool place to stay for anyone without air conditioning or experiencing housing insecurity.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”

Original watercolor paintings are quietly appearing across Danville, from Bason’s Coffee to Zamboni Park. The small, hidden pieces of art are meant to bring unexpected moments of joy and mindfulness to the community.

SELINSGROVE — Next week, church volunteers from all over the region will spread across Snyder, Union and Northumberland counties to serve more than 50 individuals and families in need.

McCLURE, SNYDER COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say an investigation is underway in McClure after a crash Saturday evening. Snyder County officials confirmed with 28/22 News that authorities were called to the intersection of US 522 and Forbes Street in McClure for a reported single-vehicle crash just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. Authorities added that a [...]

The Real Madrid star is now tied with England teammate Harry Kane with six goals in this tournament.

LAUREL RUN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Engines roared on Saturday as one of the world's oldest motorsports traditions returned to the Wilkes-Barre area. Crowds watched as drivers pushed race cars to the limit at the Giants Despair Hillclimb in Laurel Run. The winding course up East Northampton Street dates back to 1906. The challenging course [...]

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Call it a Farmers' Market with a patriotic twist in Scranton: People filled United Neighborhood Centers' South Side Farmers Market on Saturday. They shopped for fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade items while celebrating America's 250th birthday. Seniors also stopped by to receive vouchers from the Area Agency on Aging. [...]

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A famous mascot is spending the weekend celebrating history and hometown pride in northeastern Pennsylvania. Mr. Peanut and the Planters Nutmobile rolled into People's Security Bank and Trust on East Market Street for a ribbon-cutting celebration. The newly renovated building will soon feature Mr. Peanut memorabilia, historic photos, and local [...]